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Methylation Profile

The Methylation Profile analyzes various amino acids in plasma to evaluate the cellular methylation of DNA, proteins, and neurotransmitters.

Updated over 2 months ago

Test Details

Lab Company: Doctor's Data
โ€‹Sample Type: Plasma
โ€‹Collection Location: In Lab (Phlebotomy Required)

The Methylation Profile analyzes various amino acids in plasma to evaluate the cellular methylation of DNA, proteins, and neurotransmitters.

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Key Details

  • Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Friday only.

    • Information about scheduling a blood draw can be found HERE.

    • You may need to pay a separate fee for phlebotomy.

  • You must fast overnight prior to sample collection.

  • You must avoid certain medications for 48 hours prior to sample collection.

Preparation & Timing

  • Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Friday only.

    • Information about scheduling a blood draw can be found HERE.

  • You must fast overnight prior to sample collection.

  • Avoid dietary supplements containing these ingredients for 48 hours prior to sample collection.

    • Methionine

    • Cysteine

    • SAMe

    • Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to discontinuing any prescription medications.

  • Freeze the provided ice pack for at least 6 hours prior to sample collection.

Collection Instructions

  1. Bring the following items with you to your blood draw appointment.

    1. Test kit

    2. Frozen ice pack

    3. Completed test requisition form

  2. The phlebotomist will collect, prepare, and ship your sample for you.

Requisition & Payment

  • Your kit has been prepaid. You may need to pay a separate fee for phlebotomy.

  • Instructions on how to fill out your requisition can be found HERE.

    • Since you pre-paid for your tests, you do not need to fill in the payment information on any of these forms.

Shipping

  • The phlebotomist will ship your sample for you using the materials provided in the test kit.

  • Samples should be shipped Monday - Friday only.

Results

  • Results should be released to your provider 3-8 business days after samples are received at the lab. We cannot guarantee processing time.

  • Your provider will notify you when your results are in and schedule a follow-up appointment for you to review them together.

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Questions?

For general questions, email Rupa Health at [email protected]. For test-specific questions, contact Doctor's Data by calling 800-323-2784 or emailing Doctor's Data customer service at [email protected].

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